But consider these points:

1.  Providers have the most to lose.  This is their livlihood.  Without verification, they would be at the mercy of LE.

2.  Providers who do ask for verification are the safe ones that you should want to see.  What does it say about a provider who does not ask for this?  Do you really feel safer with that person?

3.  The recognized verification agencies such as Room Service 2000 and Date Check have been around long enough to have good track records.  During the three or so years that I have been on the boards, not once have I heard anything negative about them.  That should count for something.

and if they could not be trusted with your info they would not be so successful.  To the best of my understanding they do not keep your info one you have passed screening. It seems to me that it is safer to give your info to a business that thrives on preserving your secrecy as opposed to a provider.

There is no way to enjoy this hobby except at the very lowest, most dangerous level without trusting *someone* with your information.